• Finding Meaning after Carlyle and Stanford MBA

  • Nov 26 2024
  • Length: 42 mins
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Finding Meaning after Carlyle and Stanford MBA

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  • In this episode of The Identity Work Podcast, we welcome our first guest, Jack—a high achiever navigating the complexities of meaningful work during life transitions. Jack shares his journey from Princeton to private equity at Carlyle, earning an MBA from Stanford, and his experience as a startup entrepreneur. We discuss the tensions between striving and enjoying the present, freedom, and connection and finding personal meaning in both the journey and the destination.

    Jack discusses his experimental approach to discovering what feels right, emphasizing the importance of knowing oneself and embracing inevitable trade-offs. We explore insights from books like "Four Thousand Weeks" by Oliver Burkeman and "The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control," examining how cultural narratives shape our pursuit of fulfillment. Join us as we unpack how embracing these tensions can lead to a more authentic and meaningful work life.

    Where can you embrace the tensions in your journey to find more meaning in your work today?

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